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Giancarlo & Masha were New Zealand's sole representatives and ranked 4th place @ World Dance Sport Games in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
With full sponsorship from the IDO (International Dance Organization) and (KOC) Kaohsiung Organization Committee they entered the "Caribbean dance" category which include Salsa, Bachata and Merengue.
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NZ's very own Dharsh & Shantini are getting ready to represent Latinissimo and NZ @ Brazil Central in Brisbane in October.
More news below!
Latinissimo Dance Studios
SalsaDance.co.nz
29 East Street, Auckland
0800 SALSADANCE (725 723) |
4wk Bachata
Starting in October!
Beginners & Intermed!
Next Course! Tuesday 01 October @ 6:15pm
 Bachata is a smooth and sexy partner dance originating from the Caribbean region, more specifically, the Dominican Republic with borrowings from the Cuban Bolero. Its fun, cheeky, playful and best of all - very easy to learn! Join us for some hot Bachata dancing! When: Tuesday 01 October Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland Time: 6:15pm Level: Beginners & Intermediate - run simultaneously, but separate. CLICK TO REGISTER!Learn more HERE |
Advanced Salsa On1
3hr - BootCamp (level 5)
Shines Styling Turnpatterns!
When Saturday 05 October @ 2:00pm
 Gian & Masha are fully inspired and re-energized with lots of new ideas and inspiration after studying, training and having some downtime in the US. This boot camp will focus on Advanced Salsa "On1"... giving you true Advanced shines, styling and turnpatterns! You may be wondering what is the difference between Intermediate level and Advanced level... Or what exactly does "Advanced" mean? Lots of spins?? No... not at all... Its easier to show and explain in person! So come along! Got your basics down and you are currently Intermediate level? Or just want to give it a try to find out more about Advanced level Salsa? Then this Boot Camp is for you! Gian & Masha have the experience and knowledge to teach you "true" ADVANCED SALSA!! Complimentary Advanced Salsa DVD Vol. 3 when registering with full pass!
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When: Saturday 05 October
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm Where: 29 East St, Auckland CBD One class: $20/person Full pass: $50/person Complimentary Advanced Salsa DVD Vol. 3 with full pass! More about the Boot Camp...
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8wk Salsa on1! Starting in Sept
Salsa "on1" Beginners (level 1)
Next course TONIGHT @ 7:15pm!  This course is aimed for the student who has no or little experience in salsa. We start from the very beginning with all the salsa basics, rhythm & timing. Reasons why you should join our Beginners salsa; - FREE Beginners Salsa DVD!!* - No partner required! - Salsa is a GREAT way to meet new people and make new friends.
- Clear and precise instruction
- Fun and helpful instructors
- NZ's most experienced Salsa instructors. When: Thursday 12 September Time: 7:15pm Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central Learn more... |
8wk Salsa On2! Starting September
Salsa "On2" Beginners (level 1)Next course Monday 14 October @ 6:15pm
 This course is for the complete beginner to Salsa "on2" aka Mambo New York Style! The Mambo is the classic way of dancing Salsa. It's smooth, jazzy, elegant and sophisticated. But it is also be vibrant and energetic depending on the music. In this course we will focus on the basics, fundamentals, the understanding of Salsa On2's unique timing and musicality and basic lead and following techniques. When: Monday 14 October
Time: 7:15pm Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central
REGISTER ONLINE Students: $100/person REGISTER ONLINE Adults: $120/person Door registration: $145 Learn more...================================================== Salsa "On2" Improvers (level 2)
Next courseThursday 17 October @ 7:15pm
 This course is for the ones who have understanding of the Salsa On2 timing and rhythm.
At this level we start exploring the interesting and sophisticated turnpatterns, partnerwork AND SHINES(!) that is so characteristic of the Salsa On2 style! Sign up to give it a try!
When: Thursday 14 October
Time: 7:15pm
Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland
ONLINE Students: $100/person
ONLINE Adults: $120/person
Door registration: $145
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8wk Salsa On1! Starting in October!
Salsa "On1" Beginners (level 1)
Next course Monday 14 October @ 6:15pm This course is aimed for the student who has little or no experience in salsa. We start from the very beginning with all the salsa basics, rhythm & timing. Some reasons why you should join LDS Beginners salsa; - FREE Beginners Salsa DVD included!* - No partner required! - Salsa is a GREAT way to meet new people and make new friends. - NZ's most experienced Professional Salsa instructors.
When: Monday 14 October Time: 6:15pm Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central Learn more...============================================== Salsa "On1" Beginners PLUS+ (level 2)
Next course Monday 14 October @ 7:15pm
 This course is for Beginners who have completed Level 1 (Beginners Salsa) and feel they are ready to move on. In this course you will explore how you can change the look of the basics you have learned in Level 1 without changing your basic steps. Towards the end of the course we start touching on the next level - Improvers. When: Monday 14 October Time: 7:15pm Where: LDStudios 29 East St, Auckland central Learn more...============================================== Salsa "On1" Improvers (level 3)Next course Monday 14 October @ 8:30pm  In this course you will learn to combine and create variations of the fundamentals taught in the beginners course, taking your salsa dancing to the next level - Improvers. You will learn how to make your dancing flow with simple, fun and interesting moves. Basic salsa styling is introduced. Start: Monday 14 October Time: 8:30pm Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland central Learn more... |
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NEW 8wk Intermediate Salsa course!
Salsa "On1" Intermed. (level 4)
Next course! Wednesday 23 October @ 7:15pm | Salsa Intermediate
level 4 w/Gian & Masha |
Join us for Intermediate Salsa. These classes are for dancers who are familiar with and is comfortable with all the basic steps, turns, partner fundamentals and variations of beginner & improver levels.
We will continue with exciting combinations by incorporating even more variations of all the basic fundamentals. You will learn more skills and fundamentals that an intermediate salsa dancers posses and master.
Start: Wednesday 23 October Time: 7:15pm Where: LDStudios, 29 East St, Auckland
Learn more...
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Giancarlo, Masha and Latinissimo, how it all started... (Aired on TVONE May 2013)
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TVONE Neighborhood Show - Part 1 |
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TVONE Neighborhood Show - Part 2 |
Earlier this year, TVONE's Neighbourhood Show approached Giancarlo & Masha wanting to feature their activities for an episode focusing on K'road and Newton in Auckland. Because of their unique and interesting background (specially Gian), the producers found them the perfect candidates for the show.
This was an opportunity to let New Zealand know how Giancarlo, Masha and Latinissimo all came about...
The feature was so well received among viewers, staff and producers of the show, they did an additional feature which was released online - Part 2 (video above).
Check out the videos to learn more about how it all started with Giancarlo, Masha and Latinissimo - New Zealand's most recognized and successful Salsa couple! Share with your friends!
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Salsa Ladies A-Team
1st Place @ 2013 NZ Salsa Solo Championships
Click on image to see VIDEO!
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Latinissimo Dance Studios for hire!
Contact us if you wish to inquire about hiring LDStudios. LDStudios features 180sqm of open space and high ceilings located on 29 East Street, Newton, Auckland.
 The studio is available for dance rehearsals, private functions, classes and more. Different pricing options are available depending on your requirements. Call LDStudios on 0800 725 723 or Email Us to find out more! |
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Salsa Music for Beginners!
Visit the Beginners Corner page on our website to learn more about all the stuff you need to know as a beginner Salsa student at Latinissimo!  A very common questions after starting a SALSA course is ;
"-I like the music you play in class, where can I find it so I can practice?"CLICK HERE for suggestion on music that has carefully been chosen by Giancarlo suitable for Beginners to Salsa. The music have clear instruments, slow to medium tempo and strong beats to easily find your timing. Enjoy! |
See you dancing real soon!
  
Latin Dance Studios
SalsaDance.co.nz
29 East Street
AUCKLAND, 1010
0800 SALSADANCE (725 723)
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Welcome Alyx Ty
to the crew of professional instructors @ Latinissimo!
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EVERY FRIDAY!
TGIF - FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL!
2x DJs on the Decks! with old classics and NEW tracks!
Join us at LDStudios for
TGIF - Friday Night Social!
Come practice your moves,mingle, meet other dancers and feel more comfortable and confident stepping out on the dance floor.
EVERYBODY IS WELCOME!
CLICK HERE | Gilberto Santa Rosa
La Agarro Bajando |
CLICK ABOVE
for a classic SALSA!
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**NEW VIDEO**
INTERMEDIATE SALSA!
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Intermediate Salsa class |
REGISTER FOR INTERMEDIATE SALSA |
Check out some new videos!**BLAST FROM THE PAST**
2009 Asia-Pacific
Salsa Championships
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Alyx & Tania - 1st Place 2009 Asia-Pacific Salsa Championships
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Latinissimo A-Team - 2nd Place 2009 Asia-Pacific Salsa Championships
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Giancarlo & Masha - 2nd Place 2009 Asia-Pacific Salsa Championships
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Featured instructors
2013 NZ Bachata Festival
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2013 NZ Bachata Festival |
New Zealand
Bachata Festival
was a blast!
The New Zealand Bachata Festival went off! The event was way past our expectation! Lots of great workshops, performances and people! Thank you to the organizers Nirico and Kalisi who conducted a great event and our host for the weekend Kathy Reese. We look forward to the 2014 NZ Bachata Festival!
Click HERE to learn more about the festival
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Giancarlo & Masha
2nd Place @ US Salsa Open
Pro Showcase
Oakland, CA, USA 13 July, 2013Over the weekend of 12-14 July, professional Salsa dancers and Latinissimo representatives; Giancarlo & Masha who also were semifinalists on TVONE's New Zealand's Got Talent, took it upon themselves to be first ever New Zealand representatives at one of the largest Salsa dance competitions in the World... The US Salsa Open National Championships! Read more... |
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SALSA INTERMED CLASS SAMPLE
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ZOUK CLASS SAMPLE
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HIP HOP HEELS SAMPLE
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All NEW Zouk Fundamentals DVD! Learn to Zouk in the comfort of your home at your own time! This DVD incorporates all the basic steps and fundamentals for the up and coming "Zoukeiro". All basics and sequences demonstrated are broken down step-by-step, in slow motion and with tips for leaders and followers. You will be "Zouking" in no time and have lots of fun! DVD content: - Zouk basics for men & ladies - Zouk timing & rhythm - Zouk sequences for beginners - Putting all together to freestyle - Bonus material Media: DVD Genre: Zouk Level: Beginners Running time: Approx. 60min
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